169 St Nicholas Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
BBL 3032720006 (Borough 3, Block 3272, Lot 6) · BIN 3074602 · Last updated:
Summary · as of October 31, 2026
169 St Nicholas Avenue (Brooklyn, NY 11237; tax lot BBL 3032720006) is a 3-unit walk-up apartment building (building class C0: three-family walk-up), built around 1901, on a 1,800 sq ft lot zoned R6. City tax records list the owner as IENG, LORETTA MEI. The Department of Finance's final market value for tax year 2027 is $1,432,000. As of October 31, 2026, NYC Open Data shows one DOB job with a permit issued but no sign-off. (Source: NYC Open Data — DOB, HPD, OATH, DOF, DCP and ACRIS datasets — compiled by NYC Property Facts.)
- Owner of record
- IENG, LORETTA MEI
- Building class
- C0 · Three-family walk-up
- Year built · units
- 1901 · 3 res.
- Lot area · zoning
- 1,800 sq ft · R6
- Market value (DOF)
- $1,432,000 FY2027
- Last priced deed
- —
- BBL
- 3032720006
- BIN
- 3074602
- 1Open DOB jobs (permit issued, no sign-off)
- 0Active DOB violations
- 0Active ECB violations
- 0Open HPD violations
- 0OATH tickets with unpaid balance
How to cite: NYC Property Facts, “169 St Nicholas Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237 (BBL 3032720006)”, data as of 2026-10-31, https://nycpropertyfacts.com/ny/brooklyn/169-st-nicholas-avenue-3032720006. Source: NYC Open Data.
Lot & building
Basic facts about the tax lot and building from the city’s PLUTO database.
- Owner (as listed by the city)
- IENG, LORETTA MEIThe owner name on the city’s tax records. It can lag behind recent sales and is often an LLC.
- Building class
- C0 – Three-family walk-upThe Department of Finance’s category for what kind of building this is.
- Land use
- Multi-family walk-up buildingsCity Planning’s broad category of how the lot is used.
- Year built
- 1901Often an estimate for older buildings.
- Floors
- 2
- Units
- 3 residential / 3 totalResidential units are apartments; total includes stores and offices.
- Buildings on lot
- 1
- Lot size
- 1,800 sq ft (20 ft × 90 ft)
- Building floor area
- 2,700 sq ft
- Zoning
- R6The zoning district sets what can be built and used here. Residential district.
- Built vs. allowed density (FAR)
- 1.50 built / 2.43 max residentialFloor Area Ratio = building floor area ÷ lot area. If built FAR is below the maximum, zoning may allow more floor area (other rules apply).
- Identifiers
- BBL 3032720006 (Borough 3, Block 3272, Lot 6) · BIN 3074602BBL identifies the tax lot; BIN identifies each building (from DOB/HPD/footprint records).
Agency lookups: DOB BIS · ZoLa (zoning map) · ACRIS
Source: PLUTO (Dept. of City Planning) — city dataset updated 2026-08-24; data as of 2026-10-31; Building Footprints — city dataset updated 2026-10-25; data as of 2026-10-31
Tax assessment
How the Department of Finance values this lot for property tax.
- Market value (tax year 2027, final roll)
- $1,432,000The Department of Finance’s estimate of value for tax purposes. It is not an appraisal and is often far from the sale price.
- Assessed value
- $85,920The portion of market value that taxes are calculated on (capped by law for small homes).
- Taxable value (final)
- $23,472Assessed value minus any exemptions.
- Tax class
- Tax class 1 – 1–3 family homes (and some small mixed-use / vacant lots)
| Tax year | Roll | Market value | Assessed value | Tax class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Final | $1,432,000 | $85,920 | 1 |
| 2026 | Final | $1,360,000 | $81,600 | 1 |
| 2025 | Final | $1,485,000 | $89,100 | 1 |
Source: DOF Property Valuation and Assessment Data — city dataset updated 2026-09-14; data as of 2026-10-31
Sales & deed history 3
Deeds recorded with the City Register (ACRIS). A deed transfers ownership. A $0 or very low price usually means a transfer between related parties, an estate, or a refinance-related transfer, not a market sale. This is not a title search; mortgages, liens and other documents are not shown.
| Date | Type | Price | Seller (grantor) | Buyer (grantee) | Doc ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991-04-09 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Chan, Chee Chat; Ieng, Loretta Mei | Ieng, Loretta Mei | FT_3270001611127 |
| 1988-03-10 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Adamo, Nicholas J; Adamo, Anna | Chan, Loretta Mei Ieng; Chan, Chee Chat | FT_3690001359269 |
| 1985-07-25 | DEED | $0 / not stated | Adamo, Anna | Adama, Nicholas J; Adama, Anna | FT_3410001104641 |
Source: ACRIS Real Property Master — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; data as of 2026-10-31; ACRIS Real Property Legals — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; data as of 2026-10-31; ACRIS Real Property Parties — city dataset updated 2026-10-08; data as of 2026-10-31
DOB job filings 1 open of 4
A “job” is an application to the Department of Buildings to do construction work. A job marked Permitted, not signed off had a work permit issued but the city has no record of final sign-off (inspection/completion). Old jobs left in this state are common and appear in buyer and lender due diligence; the work may or may not have been done.
| Status | Job # | Type | Filed | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Permitted, not signed off PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK · 1991-10-29 | 300109353 BIS | A1 – Major alteration (changes use, egress or occupancy) | 1991-07-08 | $1,000 |
| Not open SIGNED OFF · 2005-07-25 | 300201831 BIS | A3 – Minor alteration (one type of work) | 1992-09-03 | — |
| Not open PLAN EXAM - APPROVED · 1992-10-29 | 300201760 BIS | A3 – Minor alteration (one type of work) | 1992-09-03 | $3,000 |
| Not open PLAN EXAM - DISAPPROVED · 1991-08-13 | 300109308 BIS | A3 – Minor alteration (one type of work) | 1991-07-08 | — |
Source: DOB NOW: Build – Job Application Filings — city dataset updated 2026-10-30; data as of 2026-10-31; DOB Job Application Filings (BIS) — city dataset updated 2026-10-30; data as of 2026-10-31
Work permits 3
Individual permits issued under DOB jobs (one job can have several permits, e.g. plumbing and construction). Permit expiration alone does not mean the job was completed or signed off.
| Issued | Expires | Job # | Work | Permit status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994-03-16 | 1994-09-03 | 300201831 BIS | Alteration / Curb cut | ISSUED (initial) |
| 1994-03-16 | 1994-09-03 | 300201831 BIS | Alteration / Curb cut | ISSUED (initial) |
| 1991-10-29 | 1991-12-09 | 300109353 BIS | Alteration | ISSUED (initial) |
Source: DOB NOW: Build – Approved Permits — city dataset updated 2026-10-30; data as of 2026-10-31; DOB Permit Issuance (BIS) — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31
DOB violations 0 active of 1
Violations issued by the Department of Buildings for building-code or zoning conditions. Active means DOB has not recorded the violation as resolved or dismissed. Many active DOB violations are old (e.g. elevator or boiler inspection paperwork).
| Status | Issued | Type | Description | Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resolved/dismissed VW*-VIOLATION - WORK W/O PERMIT DISMISSED | 2000-09-25 | C-CONSTRUCTION OTHER OPTIONAL | WORK W/O A PERMIT: NOTED: CUT STREET CURB CREATING A DRIVEWAY REMEDY: OBTAIN A PERMIT IF FEASIBLE OR RESTORE CURB STREET TO PERVIOUS HEIGHT | VW*092500CC04JL02 |
Source: DOB Violations — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31
ECB violations (DOB) 0 active of 2
DOB violations that go to a hearing at OATH (formerly the Environmental Control Board) and can carry fines. Active means the condition has not been certified as corrected and/or the case is not resolved. A balance due is a fine the city says is unpaid.
| Status | Issued | Severity | What it was for | Penalty / paid / balance | ECB # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resolved DISMISSED · N/A - DISMISSED | 2005-05-02 | Non-Hazardous | WORK W/O A PERMIT. WORK NOTED: CONSTRUCTED CURB CUT UNDER JOB #300201831-01A3-ISSUED 03/16/94. THE JOB #300201831-01-A3- DIDN'T SIGN OFF WITH D.O.B. CURB CUT IS APPROX. 11' FEET LONG AT FRONT OF SIDEWALK, WITH | $0 / $0 / $0 | 34474218Z |
| Resolved DISMISSED · N/A - DISMISSED | 2000-09-25 | Non-Hazardous | WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT WORK NOTED:CUT STREET CURB CREATING A DRIVEWAY.RMEDY:OBTAIN A PERMIT IF FEASIBLE OR RESTORE CURB STREET TO PREVIOUS HEIGHT. | $0 / $0 / $0 | 34265787H |
Source: DOB ECB Violations — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31
OATH tickets (all agencies) 0 unpaid of 6
Summonses heard at the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings, from agencies like Sanitation, Buildings, Fire and Health, linked to this lot’s block and lot. Default means the respondent did not appear at the hearing, which typically results in the maximum penalty. Tickets may be issued to tenants or businesses at the address, not just the owner. DOB ECB tickets appear here too.
| Status | Date | Agency | Charge | Respondent | Imposed / paid / balance | Ticket # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No balance due WRITTEN OFF · WRITTEN OFF | 2013-06-27 | Dos - Enforcement Agents | ILLEGAL PLACEMENT POSTERS STICKERS ON WINDSHIELDS WIPERS ON VEHICLES | AMERICAN PHYSIQUE OF RIDGEWOOD | $100 / $0 / $0 | 042163867K |
| No balance due HEARING COMPLETED · DISMISSED | 2005-05-02 | — / — / — | 034474218Z | |||
| No balance due PAID IN FULL | 2004-07-17 | $25 / $25 / — | 0143094124 | |||
| No balance due Default PAID IN FULL · DEFAULT | 2003-07-19 | $25 / $25 / — | 0136898888 | |||
| No balance due HEARING COMPLETED · DISMISSED | 2000-09-25 | — / — / — | 034265787H | |||
| No balance due Default PAID IN FULL · DEFAULT | 2000-09-02 | $25 / $25 / — | 0115261659 |
Source: OATH Hearings Division Case Status — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31
HPD registration & contacts
Owners of most rental buildings must register with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development each year and list an owner and managing agent.
- HPD building ID
- 375239
- Last registered
- 2026-08-29
- Registration valid until
- 2027-09-01 CurrentRegistrations must be renewed every year.
| Role | Name | Company | Business city |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individualowner | Loretta Chan | Jamaica, Ny |
Source: HPD Multiple Dwelling Registrations — city dataset updated 2026-10-28; data as of 2026-10-31; HPD Registration Contacts — city dataset updated 2026-10-28; data as of 2026-10-31
HPD housing-code violations 0 open of 2
Violations HPD inspectors issued for conditions in residential buildings (heat, leaks, mold, pests, lead paint, etc.). Class letters show how serious: Class A – non-hazardous (HPD gives 90 days to correct); Class B – hazardous (30 days to correct); Class C – immediately hazardous (24 hours to correct for most conditions); Class I – information / order (e.g. orders to register, lead or other administrative orders). Open means HPD has not recorded the condition as corrected.
| Status | Class | Issued | Apt | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Closed Violation Dismissed · 2023-05-23 | A | 2023-03-27 | (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS. | |
| Closed Violation Dismissed · 2021-04-27 | A | 2021-04-13 | (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS. |
Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Violations — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31
HPD complaints 0
Complaints tenants or others made to HPD (usually via 311) about housing conditions, from 2019 onward. A complaint is not a violation; HPD may inspect and issue one.
No records found in this dataset for this lot.
Source: HPD Housing Maintenance Code Complaints and Problems — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31
311 requests (last 12 months) 0
Recent 311 service requests the city geocoded to this lot: noise, illegal parking, heat, sanitation and more. Anyone can file them, so they describe activity at or near the address, not necessarily the building itself.
No records found in this dataset for this lot.
Source: 311 Service Requests from 2020 to Present — city dataset updated 2026-10-31; data as of 2026-10-31
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All properties on St Nicholas Ave, Brooklyn · All of Brooklyn 11237 (Bushwick (West))
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